I really think Forsberg is the only player worth our time. Im curious if a deal could be had with retention. I think given that this is the best chance the leafs have at a Stanley Cup maybe ever, now might be the time to off load the 1st rounders. I would NOT move any of our high prospects (Robby, Lilly, Sandy). They project to be big parts of our future and are far more a guarantee than late 1st round picks. Also, having Filip for 2 years is not all that dissimilar to when we acquired Muzz from the kings a couple years back. Obviously Muzz was not at the caliber then as Forsberg is now. But KD will likely not give up a kings ransom for only 1 playoff run. Forsberg w/ retention actually makes a ton of sense. I am really not a huge fan of getting rid of first rounders. But this really is the time to strike. Nashville will need to do a modified retool soon. They have an ugly contract with Duchene and kinda ugly Johhanson deal, and despite their popularity in Nashville, I suspect they are still very much a gate driven organization. As most are in the USA. Leading me to believe they will likely not be in a position to resign Forsberg in a couple years time. May as well maximize his return now, while he has an extra year left on his deal.
Engvall + Dermott + 2021 1st rounder + 2022 1st rounder
for
Filip Forsberg (50% retained)
Its a heavy price, but This would give the Leafs 2 years with Forsberg, and this year they are not at risk of that 1st being lottery, and likely will not be the case next year either. Dermott will be sad to see go, but he is susceptible to expansion after this year any way, and we may end up losing him for nothing. Engvall is a useful, cheap player but is really no risk to lose. He is there to make the money work.
I honestly have no clue if that is too much, too little. But that is what I'd be prepared to lead with. Certainly would not include any of the 3 robby, sandy, lilly
